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Editor’s note: This article originally appeared in the November 2008 issue of Popular Woodworking Magazine. Why should you own a bowsaw? Why not? You have many other tools that you use only when you…

Classic workshop tools, like vintage wrenches or handmade planes, serve double duty in a space styled with antique farmhouse decor. Not only are they useful, but they also speak to craftsmanship and authenticity. They make any workspace feel purposeful and inspiring. Click to explore old-school tool ideas that work and wow!

Tired of making do with a woodworker’s workbench, I’ve spent a good part of my mandated Covid-19 holiday reworking an ancient design for a carpenter’s bench as a sculpture workben…

The bulk of my work is reproductions of 17th-century joined furniture; boxes, chests, chairs, tables & more. This work follows techniques and methods from the period, I work exclusively …

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I am thrilled to begin working on a design inspired by Gaudí's Trencadís, a technique that captivates me with its stunning shapes and vibrant colors. Each cut in this project brings me closer to creating a truly unique and special piece. Combining my passion for marquetry with my admiration for Gaudí's work is an exciting journey. I can't wait to see how it evolves and to share the final result with you. What do you think of this Gaudí-inspired design?

A blacksmith's table from the Northern Italian region of Veneto